24 June, 2025 Khobar Eastern Province Saudi Arabia

AAPG/EAGE Geothermal Energy in the Middle East: Unlocking a Vast Renewable Energy Resource Beneath our Feet

22-24 June 2025
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Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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Discover the Future of Clean Energy

Beneath the surface of the Earth lies a vast untapped source of clean and sustainable energy. This geothermal energy has the potential to revolutionize how we power our homes, cities, and industries, especially in the Middle East.

With advancements in technology and exploration, we now have the tools to unlock this resource – beyond electricity – to pave the way for a greener and more energy secure future. Aligning with the region’s visions, which prioritize economic diversification, environmental stewardship, and reduced reliance on fossil fuels, geothermal energy emerges as a strategic resource in the region's quest for a sustainable future. For geoscientists, engineers, decision makers, and policy makers, the Middle East presents a unique opportunity to apply their skills and expertise to unlock the potential of geothermal energy.

The subsurface realm of geothermal systems continues to evolve, with many questions surrounding the interplay between low/medium/high enthalpy systems, structure, stratigraphy, hydrothermal activity, well design and operation, and technology. Despite these complexities, geoscientists and engineers continue to develop innovative approaches to identifying, characterizing, and tapping into these systems, driving progress toward commercial-scale geothermal energy production.

This workshop will bring together global experts to explore how geothermal could become a cornerstone of the Middle East sustainable energy efforts.

What will be Discussed.

  • How Geothermal Works: Basics of geothermal energy and why it can be a game-changer to the region.
  • Societal Landscape: Case studies from around the world that demonstrate how geothermal is already making an impact.
  • The Opportunities in the Middle East’s: How the region’s unique geology can offer exciting opportunities for geothermal development.
  • Innovation in Action: Latest breakthrough in upstream, and downstream technology, from drilling to cascaded optimization of revenue streams such as heating, cooling, desalination, and mineral extraction.

Why Attend?

  • Be Part of the Future: Understand the possibilities of a renewable energy source that is right under our feet.
  • Connect with Experts: Meet scientists, engineers, and decision-makers shaping the regional geothermal industry.
  • Make a Difference: Equip yourself with knowledge and strategies to support the shift toward cleaner energy in your community or organization.

Who Should Attend.

  • Technical experts in exploration and development, as well as academics eager to explore new frontiers in renewable energy.
  • Policymakers, and business leaders looking to drive innovation and investments in sustainable energy.
 

Workshop Topics

  • Legislative Frame for Geothermal Energy Exploitation in the Middle East
  • Applications of Geothermal Energy Exploitation Applicable to the Middle East
  • Integration and Hybridization of Geothermal Use Cases and Existing Infrastructure
  • Play Based Exploration for Geothermal Energy Exploitation in the Middle East
  • Transferring Geothermal Innovations and Developments from Worldwide Analogues to the Middle East
  • Geothermal Reservoir and Production Management
 
AAPG/EAGE Geothermal Energy in the Middle East: Unlocking a Vast Renewable Energy Resource Beneath our Feet
Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar
Prince Turkey Street, Al Yarmouk
KhobarEastern Province 31952
Saudi Arabia
 

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Non-Member $1,850
Member* $1,650
Committee/Presenter $1,550
Young Professional** $850
Academia $500
Student (Masters) $350

* To avail the Member rate you must be an active member of AAPG, EAGE, DGS, GSO or KGS.

** To register as a Young Professional, you must be under the age of 35 with less than 10 years work experience.

 
Hussam Hani Banaja Hussam Banaja Co-Chair Saudi Aramco
Luca Davide Masnaghetti Luca Masnaghetti Co-Chair SLB
Andrea  Moscariello Andrea Moscariello Co-Chair University of Geneva
Sarah Ghannam Sarah Ghannam Baker Hughes
Jon Jonsson Jon Jonsson ENOWA NEOM
Marit Brommer Marit Brommer International Geothermal Association
Thomas Finkbeiner Thomas Finkbeiner KAUST
Volker C. Vahrenkamp Volker Vahrenkamp KAUST
Israa Abu-Mahfouz Israa Abu-Mahfouz KFUPM
Mohamed AbdelFattah Abdullah Mohamed Abdullah KOC
Philipp Johannes Wolpert Phil Wolpert Saudi Aramco
Javed Ismail Javed Ismail Saudi Aramco
Tevfik Kaya Tevfik Kaya SLB
Giovanni Sosio Giovanni Sosio SLB
Meshary AlAyed Meshary AlAyed TAQA Geothermal
Ahmed Alhani Ahmed Alhani Strataphy
Rader Abdul Fattah Rader Abdul Fattah TNO
Cora Navarro Marketing Manager - Middle East & Africa Regions
Katie Steibelt Senior Events Manager, Middle East & Africa Regions
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